Almandine Garnet (Pyrope)
The finest variety of garnet is called Almandine Garnet, also called Pyrope. It is a unique member of the garnet family, comes in hues like… Read More »Almandine Garnet (Pyrope)
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Alexandrite Gemstones
The Chrysoberyl mineral family includes the extremely rare variety of gemstone known as alexandrite. The most valuable gemstone in the world is called Alexandrite, after the Czar of… Read More »Alexandrite Gemstones
Alexandrite Cat’s Eye
Chrysoberyl Cats eye and Alexandrite Cats eye are the two most well-known Chrysoberyl gems, and Alexandrite Cats eye is a unique gemstone from the Chrysoberyl family that exhibits both… Read More »Alexandrite Cat’s Eye
What Are Gemstones?
For use in jewelry or other human adornments, gemstones are minerals, rocks, or organic materials that have been selected for their appeal, toughness, and rarity. Although the… Read More »What Are Gemstones?